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Drive Belt: Specifications

6 Rib (Non-Serpentine)
Tension is within specification if the tensioner is within the indicator markings.
New Belt Installation Tension
New belt installed and tensioned; engine not rotated.
34-43 Pound-Force (lbf)
Used Belt Installation Tension
Used belt is any belt that has been rotated on an engine.
31-36 Pound-Force (lbf)
Cold Belt Audit Check
Cold belt (i.e., 3-hour soak; 0 warm up.)
20 Pound-Force (lbf)